Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Merrell, M.D.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (CMS: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) · Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician · N Charleston, SC
- NPI 1720049182
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 78.2 / 100 · 2023
- 23 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2880 Tricom St
N Charleston, SC 294069171
(843) 797-5050
fax (843) 797-5050
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 11, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208100000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #29668
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1720049182. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,910
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$469,786
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 698 | 401 | $114 | |
J1040 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg | 526 | 312 | $12 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 408 | 308 | $126 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 298 | 223 | $81 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 258 | 171 | $8 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 244 | 188 | $12 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 177 | 128 | $269 | |
62321 |
Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance | 174 | 131 | $100 | |
64484 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, each additional level | 171 | 142 | $49 | |
80307 |
Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers | 162 | 112 | $58 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 106. This provider delivers 46× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,133
Transactions
13
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, Inc. | 12 | $1,114.93 | |
| Forte Bio-Pharma LLC | 1 | $17.65 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,657
Patients
462
Total drug cost
$52,821
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 513 | 115 | $12,192 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 394 | 76 | $12,545 |
| Diazepam | Generic | 112 | 72 | $180 |
| Morphine Sulfate Er (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 92 | 15 | $2,792 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 88 | 40 | $1,119 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 78 | 31 | $1,434 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 65 | 15 | $1,351 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 60 | 24 | $756 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 50 | 23 | $418 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 45 | 22 | $393 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Merrell's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Merrell practices Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician in N Charleston, SC.
Where does Dr. Christopher Merrell practice?
Dr. Christopher Merrell practices at 2880 Tricom St, N Charleston, SC 294069171. Office phone: 8437975050.
What is Dr. Christopher Merrell's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Merrell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720049182, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Merrell accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Merrell accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Merrell commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg (HCPCS J1040); Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level (HCPCS 64483). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.